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This day trip to Luxor from Makadi Bay by minivan takes a shared small group of up to 8 people to Karnak Temple, the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple and the Colossi of Memnon, with lunch included, for €110 per adult. It is a long day of about 14 hours, with 3.5 to 4 hours on the road each way in an air-conditioned minivan.
Luxor is roughly 260 to 280 km from Makadi Bay, so you leave in the dark. The minivan picks you up between 04:30 and 05:30, crosses the eastern desert and drops into the green Nile Valley near Qena. By mid-morning you are walking through the columns of Karnak, and by late afternoon you have seen the best of the west bank too.
The group never goes above 8, which changes the day more than you’d expect. The guide can talk to everyone at once, the vehicle is quick to load and unload at every stop, and nobody gets lost in a crowd of fifty at the temple gates. It is still a shared tour, so the timing is set for the group. If you want the vehicle to yourself, our private day trip is the better fit, and if the lowest price matters most, take the bus.
Luxor is split by the Nile. The east bank was the city of the living, with the great temples, and the west bank was the land of the dead, with the tombs. This trip covers both.
It suits you if you are staying in Makadi Bay, have one free day and want Karnak, the Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple together, and like the idea of a small group more than a coach.
It's not the best fit if you dislike long drives, if you want to set your own pace, or if you want to travel only with your own party. In that case, look at the private option below.
| Bus | Minivan | Private car | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price per person | €75 | €120 | €160 (minimum 2 people) |
| Group | Shared coach | Shared, maximum 8 | Your party only |
| Pace | Fixed schedule | Group schedule | You set it |
| Best for | The lowest price | A small group and a quieter ride | Your own pace |
The price is €120 per adult. Two adults pay €240 in total. Children can join: tell us how many children are coming and how old they are when you book, and we will confirm their rate.
You don't pay a deposit. You reserve your place and pay on the tour day, in euros, US dollars, Egyptian pounds or pounds sterling, at the exchange rate applied by the bank.
You can cancel for free up to 24 hours before the tour. If you cancel less than 24 hours before, or don't show up, a 50% charge applies.
Send us a WhatsApp message with your hotel name in Makadi Bay, your room number, the date you want, and the number of adults and children. We confirm availability with you before anything else.
Luxor is usually hotter than Makadi Bay, so wear light cotton or linen, a hat and sunglasses, and bring sunscreen and water. Choose closed, comfortable shoes, because the ground is uneven. Shoulders and knees should be covered at the temples. From October to April the mornings and evenings are cool, and the minivan's air conditioning can feel cold too, so bring a light jacket. Bring your passport, your phone or camera, and a little cash for drinks and tips.
How much is a day trip to Luxor from Makadi Bay by minivan? It costs €120 per adult. The tour is a shared small group of up to 8 people and includes hotel pickup, an Egyptologist guide, entrance fees and lunch.
How long does the minivan take from Makadi Bay to Luxor? About 3.5 to 4 hours each way, with a rest stop after 1.5 to 2 hours. The whole day takes about 14 hours.
What time does the trip start and end? Pickup is between 04:30 and 05:30. You are back at your hotel around 20:00 to 21:00. We confirm your exact pickup time before the tour.
Is it worth doing Luxor in a day from Makadi Bay? Yes, if you want Karnak, the Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple without changing hotels. It's a long day, so it suits people who are comfortable with an early start and a lot of walking.
Is this a private tour? No, it's a shared small-group tour with a maximum of 8 people. For a vehicle just for your party, choose our private day trip to Luxor.
How many people share the minivan? No more than 8.
What is included in the price? Hotel pickup and return, the air-conditioned minivan, an Egyptologist guide, entrance fees to Karnak, the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple and the Colossi of Memnon, and lunch.
What is not included? Drinks with lunch, tips, personal expenses and separate tickets for special tombs.
Can I visit Tutankhamun's tomb? Yes, with a separate ticket paid on site. Your standard ticket covers the other tombs open that day.
How many tombs do we visit in the Valley of the Kings? You enter the tombs that the standard ticket allows. Which tombs are open changes over time, and your guide picks the best ones for the day.
How do I book? Send us a WhatsApp message with your hotel name, room number, the date and the number of adults and children. You don't pay a deposit.
Do I pay in advance? No. You pay on the tour day, in euros, US dollars, Egyptian pounds or pounds sterling.
Can I cancel? Yes, for free up to 24 hours before the tour. After that, or for a no-show, a 50% charge applies.
Can children join? Yes. Tell us how many children are coming and their ages when you book, and we'll confirm the rate.
Are there police checkpoints on the way? Yes, usually two or three short ones. They are routine, so keep your passport with you.
What's the difference between the bus, the minivan and the private car? The bus costs €75 and is a larger shared tour. The minivan costs €120 and is a shared group of up to 8. The private car costs €160 per person for two or more people and is only for your party.
Reserve your place on the Luxor day trip from Makadi Bay by minivan: message us on WhatsApp with your hotel, date and group.
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